Mental Health
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Military sexual trauma tied to risk for hypertension
“Assessing men and women’s history of trauma, including sexual trauma, is critical for recognizing nontraditional factors that contribute to their...
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Relapse risk increased with antidepressant discontinuation
But patients can discontinue their antidepressants safely in primary care without relapsing, with a tapering regime, say the authors of a new...
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‘Alarming’ increase in fake pills laced with fentanyl, methamphetamine, DEA warns
More than 9.5 million fake pills have been seized so far this year – more than the last 2 years combined.
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As opioid deaths climb, human trials begin for vaccine
The first vaccine to enter a trial targets oxycodone.
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‘Empathy fatigue’ in clinicians rises with latest COVID-19 surge
It is not shameful for clinicians to acknowledge that they experience emotions such as frustration, anger, sadness, and anxiety, said Dr. Mona...
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Opioid overdoses tied to lasting cognitive impairment
One study in the review found that about 39% of people seeking buprenorphine treatment suffered from neurocognitive impairment.
Commentary
Nature versus nurture: Seasonal affective disorder
SAD can be thought of as a type of depression that occurs during a specific time of the year, says Leanna M.W. Lui.
Commentary
Why misinformation spreads
COVID-19 is not a pandemic but rather a syndemic of viral disease and misinformation, says Leanna M. W. Lui, HBSC.
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CBT via telehealth or in-person: Which is best for insomnia?
The take-home message is that patients with insomnia can be treated with CBT-I by video telehealth "without sacrificing clinical gains," said Dr....
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Optimal antipsychotic dose for schizophrenia relapse identified
“The safest approach is to just to carry on with 5 mg,” which in many cases represents a full dose, said lead author Dr. Stefan Leucht.